Looking for Nov 9th ~ 7 Day Western Magic Cruisers!

[Bob Noble]

Patty, I did speak with Linda and Ruth at CaptN Marvins. They indicated that we should have time. Also there is no charge if yuo can't make it due to the tender delay. I have read the thread you mentioned, but there is another thread that I cannot find now (several weeks old) indicated that if you are at the tender desk by 7AM you will be off with the first few boats. They said that not only did they get there in plenty of time walking, but they had time to go to a local pastry shop after they checked in for the trip. Bring your own towels from the ship. They also have perscription masks in case there are any four eyes like me on the trip that do not want to wear contacts in salt water.

Hey Linda sounds like you guys hit the seas hard on your vacation. Where in SJ do you live. We lived in Medford for 4 years before moving here in 97.

Looking forward to meeting all of you.

Bob

 

[Shercara]

Bob,

Hey how do you get those cool symbols next to your names on the posts?

Not at Technical Wiz here - but - if you check out the Technical Board - they have instructions on how to insert that "stuff" into the signature in your profile -- as to the "bouncing Tigger" I have under my name - that is also done in your profile - it's called and Avatar? ( I think!) Hope that helps!


Try this link:


Good Luck!
Sher

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=2770

 

[peagreenid]

I wish that the Green Gang could be joining the rest of you at the parks pre-cruise but, DH and I are going to be checking out some of the communities that we've read about as Retirement Prospects. He has only got 8 more years to go, (firemen get to retire at an earlier age) and we are looking at other communites. We have enjoyed florida the few times we've been, but, would like to look at smaller communites.
so the 1 1/2 days pre cruise will be looking from Port Canaveral South to Vero Beach and the 1 day post cruise we will be looking at Clermont, Florida and other communites around Orlando. (WOOHOO! WHEN I RETIRE, I MIGHT GET A JOB WORKING WITH THE MOUSE)
smiles Patty

Shercara- DD (jeff) says she will be sending your son an e-mail. WATCH OUT!!!

They had their physicals today and register for school on Thursday. School starts for them on the 26th. I will be back to day shift on September 4th. (aaaaah to walk among the living)

 

[peagreenid]

I can't believe it- There are HRC's in Key West, Cozumel and Grand Cayman. Now to make plans to visit them all. I've got to keep my t-shirt collection going!

smiles Patty

 

[Bob Noble]

As a Parrot Head I have to suggest a Buffett T shirt in KW as well.
Capt Tony's or Louis Back Yard are also on the top ten list.

Shercara, thanks for thr link on the clip art. I'll try and figure that one out.
Bob

 

[peagreenid]

in key West we were thinking about
Crabby Dicks and the Hogs Breath Saloon!
We may take mutt and jeff in for a while to see the sites, but
ditch them later in the evening.

by the way Bob and Shercara- jeff wants to know if your children will be signing up for the teen dance on Cozumel. I believe that it is $35. She said she is afraid to join early before they board, if no one else is going to attend, but doesn't want to be left out if they can't get a slot after they board.

Last year they were the last 2 into the Castaway Cay teen excursion. Their entire group almost went except for a couple. They didn't want to go until they found out that EVERYONE else was going and by then it was almost 2 late. They actually only had 1 slot left when I signed them up, so they had to create another slot.

Just something to think about, I would imagine we should be getting excursion information soon.

smiles Patty

 

[Bob Noble]

Thanks Patty,

Bobby has expressed interest in the teen cruise too, so I am thinking of signing him up when we hit our 60 day window. I think it is September 11th of all days if I counted correctly. Worst case we loose $35 if he skips it which I will recoup in Lawn mowing, LOL.

As far as a pub crawl in KW, Mary and I are all for it. Our kids will want to see Margaritaville early on but I would imagine we will ditch them too later in the day. I think we will do the Trolley as it makes more stops around the town. If you book on line you save 10% on either the train or trolley. I'll wager a bet we can collect a bunch of T shirts be fore the cruise is over
Bob

 

[Bob Noble]

PS.
I forgot to ask how did Mutt and Jeff like the Teen cruise?
Bob

 

[Bob Noble]

 

[Bob Noble]

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[Bob Noble]

 

[Bob Noble]

Not the sharpest tool in the shed but think I finally got it. Thanks for the links,
Bob

 

[Shercara]

Patty -- I was so glad you cleared up my Mutt & Jeff question -- I didn't want to be rude and ask if those were their real names or what you affectionatley call them!

I don't know about Nick on the Teen Excursions -but if your 2 teens and/or Bob's son want to talk him into it -- it's fine with me -- His first response to me a few weeks ago was no - but being a Mother - I'm used to that!

I've been reading through the wonderful packet that Shirley from the Perfect Gift sent me with Key West info -- we were thinking about the Trolly or Train on our own and just general sightseeing -there is a shipwreck museum that looks interesting. We might do some jetskiing too - so many decisions!

The Pub Crawl sounds fun too Bob! Glad the link helped - great choice - I love Iago!

Well I'm off to the field to watch the end of football practice!

TTFN
Sher

 

[peagreenid]

Last year when we went they cancelled the Teen Explorer cruise and we left St. Martin at 7:00 pm... i believe due to the fact that it was only 2 weeks after 9/11 and Security was very tight.
The one that Mutt and jeff did do, was the Castaway Cay teen excursion, it included, biking, snorkeling etc. They really seemed to enjoy that one and I think want to sign up for it again.
The teen explorer doesn't start until I believe 7:00 pm and goes to 9:00 pm. And they are on some type of party barge off of the ship at Cozumel. I'll have to see if it is the same type of deal as last year If I can find someone on the Western that has done it.
They loved the Murder game they played on board as well as the pizza parties and raiding the kids clubs in the wee hours of the morning. We usually had them in by 2:00 a.m. and MADE them come eat dinner with us every night. They are getting really excited.

smiles Patty

by the way Shercara- it be mutt and jeff, fric and frac, romulus and remus.........whatever suits the moment. generally Mutt and Jeff works. I called one night from work and I couldn't tell which one I was talking to on the phone, when I asked who it was, Tommy responded "MUTT"............

YES PUB CRAWL- Last year we often managed MARGARITA's on the pool deck.........while the men smoked their cuban cigars....
I brought on all the margarita supplies including a pitcher and salt in my bags.
But I can see the headlines now..........irresponsible parents left on Key West after an evening DRUNK!!

 

[peagreenid]

Fury Catamaran Teen Cruise (13 - 17 yrs)

It's a totally teen scene! Teens can enjoy a party on this 65-foot catamaran
excursion, including a DJ spinning the latest tunes, snacks and beverages.
Dance, hang with new friends and just enjoy some fun time away from the
parental units.

Cost per person: $35.00 13 - 17 yrs
Meet 6:30 pm, lasts 2 hours

Patty

 

[Bob Noble]

Sounds like it's going to be one fun cruise I'll be sure to pack extra tylennol. I have a couple of questions if you don't mind. All the room service I read about like snacks, mickey bars etc. is there a charge other than tip?
Do you guys ever do the Palo's brunch? I was thinking about Thursday at sea possibly. Is there room under the beds for luggage storage or just the closet? I am wondering how cramed in we will be with the 5 of usin a cat 4. This planning is too much fun.

Bob

 

[peagreenid]

you will have plenty of space in the cat 4. We were in a cat 5 last year and the Cat 4 is the same with the exception of the extra footage necessary for the murphy bed in front of the sliding glass door to your balcony. There is a large closet for suitcases....
Also in case you haven't seen it posted on here previously, You may want to purchase one of the Vinyl over the door shoe holders. Has about 20 pockets. Everyone puts them over their bathroom door to keep, cameras, film, room cards, sun screen, toiletries, all the things that you will lose (if your kids are like mine they start winging things )
The only room service charge is the tips. Guy and I had munchies late one night and just ordered a plate of chocolate chip cookies. LOL. Plus the pizza, hamburger, chicken strip, taco etc..etc..etc... place is open all the time although not all night.
Palo's brunch is only open on at SEA days.

By the way- I've got a post on the Fury Catamaran...there have been a lot of positive comments on it........
smiles Patty

 

[peagreenid]

Jeff sent your son an email and it was returned.... permanent fatal errors in the email address..... This is the one that we have......
godofwalruses57@aol.com

Has it changed......
smiles Patty

Anyway... maybe this isn't the place to post the kids addresses. I will pm mutt and jeff's to you and bob.....

 

[Shercara]

Patty I sent you a PM -- no it hasn't changed - but it had some blocks on it so it he couldn't receive e-mail from non-aol users - I am going to fix that.

I HIGHLY recommend the over the door shoe thing -- I take it with us whenever we travel now - so much easier - less clutter and neater!

The Palo's Brunch is AWESOME -- and IMO not to be missed - we are hoping for Sunday morning before Key West. Not sure about which night for Palo' s. Thinking about Tues or Wed -- Tues -because its the regular menu - and we are hoping to get the LAP rotation - But then there's Wed - which doesn't have a show (I don't want to miss anything) - We did Tues on the Eastern - since there wasn't a show - AND Parrot Cay - Tropical Night - So many decisions!

Well - good night all - Got to Go - DS 13 - want's his turn on the computer...
Take care,
Sher

 

[DuncanLL]

I'll second that the Palo's Brunch is AWESOME! It's been one of the highlights of our previous cruises. In fact, with so many great Italian restaurants here in NJ, it's the only Palo's meal DH do. That way we don't have to give up another dinner or eating with the kids.

I'm hanging on every bit of info Western cruisers are posting after they cruise...

November couldn't come soon enough for me.

Linda